Running To Win
Dr. Erwin W. Lutzer
Running the race of life is hard. But with the Bible front and center and a heart to encourage, Pastor Erwin Lutzer presents clear Bible teaching, helping you make it across the finish line. Since 2011, this 25-minute program has provided a Godward focus and features listeners’ questions.
Most Recent Episodes
The Gift Of Conviction – Part 2 of 2
When we don’t acknowledge or worship God, we are living in sin. Only the Holy Spirit can show us our need for Christ. In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows how to partner with the Spirit in His transforming work. Discover why conviction of sin is actually God’s gift—the first step toward experiencing His freedom and peace.
August 15, 2025 ListenThe Gift Of Conviction – Part 1 of 2
The Holy Spirit is working in unbelievers’ hearts as we share the Gospel. What exactly does He do? In this message from John 16, Pastor Lutzer reveals how the Spirit convicts unbelievers of one sin, one standard, and one danger. When someone is saved through this conviction, it’s a miraculous transformation.
August 14, 2025 ListenThe Gift Of Community – Part 2 of 2
There’s an immediate connection between true believers in Christ. Christians, through the Holy Spirit, are united in a family bond. In this message from Acts 2, Pastor Lutzer shows how the early church was united economically, socially and joyfully. What might that mutuality look like in our churches today?
August 13, 2025 ListenThe Gift Of Community – Part 1 of 2
Unlike a club, the church isn’t united by shared interests. The Holy Spirit binds us together. In this message from Acts 2, Pastor Lutzer reveals how the Spirit’s baptism creates true community. What would happen if all believers in the body of Christ genuinely depended on each other?
August 12, 2025 ListenThe Gift Of Fulfillment – Part 2 of 2
Jesus told an attentive crowd that all who believe in Him would receive rivers of living water. What was He promising? In this message, Pastor Lutzer shows how the Holy Spirit is the fulfillment of Jesus’ promise. The Spirit washes away our past, transforms our core identity, and empowers us for a new life in Him.
August 11, 2025 ListenThe Gift Of Fulfillment – Part 1 of 2
The world cannot satisfy our inner emptiness. Our deep spiritual thirst can only be quenched one way. In this message from John 7, Pastor Lutzer explains Jesus’ three requirements for receiving the Holy Spirit’s living water. What water is to the body, the Spirit of God is to our soul.
August 8, 2025 ListenThe Gift Of Companionship – Part 2 of 2
The disciples felt abandoned when Jesus said He would leave them. Similarly, in our sorrow and feelings of worthlessness, we question God’s presence. In this message, Pastor Lutzer explains how Jesus’ departure actually benefits us by bringing the Holy Spirit. This Spirit not only grieves when we sin but also provides the comfort we need.
August 7, 2025 ListenThe Gift Of Companionship – Part 1 of 2
Jesus promised His followers a Companion after His physical departure. This same Holy Spirit continues working in believers today just as He did for the early disciples. In this message from John 14, Pastor Lutzer identifies five works the Spirit performs since Jesus’ departure. The Holy Spirit is not only with us—He is in us.
August 6, 2025 ListenNaming The Spirit – Part 2 of 2
The Holy Spirit’s mysterious work is often hidden from our physical sight. Yet He’s working powerfully in the world and among believers. In this message, Pastor Lutzer contrasts mere behavior modification with genuine inner transformation. The Spirit Himself comes as our Helper, Comforter, and Teacher.
August 5, 2025 ListenNaming The Spirit – Part 1 of 2
The work of the Holy Spirit has been a source of controversy in the church for a long time. But the Holy Spirit isn’t an “influence”—He’s a person. In this message, Pastor Lutzer introduces us to the Holy Spirit of God with four illuminating figures of speech. What if we let the Spirit have His way?
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